Hi @Andrew Martin, Unfortunately, most lenders, even the best that I use on a regular basis, have temporarily stopped lending on investment property refinances due to their current economic situation.

Firstly, I would really appreciate it if you can share with me any truth worthy local agents, property managers, and leaders you have worked/interacted with.

Just make a regular ish offer with an end time and let their process work.

Every time you spend a lot of time interacting with an investor you’re raising money from him or her for your next deal.You have to be open and honest with each investor, every time you meet - even when things don’t go as planned.

Does anyone have any advice on the feasibility of not classifying the property as an investment property to depreciate or write off expenses such as furniture, dishes, insurance etc, & just collecting monthly rent on your property for a regularly classified home?

Ask them which lenders regularly attended their clubs and have the best reputation.

I am not a big money investor either, just a regular guy trying to expand my rental portfolio.My main question is, does anyone on BiggerPockets have experience with foreign investing in the US.

I see absolutely no reason for you to ever interact directly with the tenants; moreover, you do not want them having your phone number!

I would be analyzing the deal assuming regular maintenance, Capex, vacancy, etc.

My only advice for out of state is to find a kickass property manger who will also oversee your renovations (and does this regular for other investors) really that’s the golden ticket to getting out of state investing to work.